From Automoblog
The Tesla Model S has the looks of a luxury car, the stance of a sports sedan, and the performance of a supercar. However, if you think the Audi e-tron GT is merely a concept car, think again. Audi says it’s 99 percent ready for production and will be available later this year. As the name suggests, the e-tron GT is a gran turismo of the highest order. But which one would you choose? Here is our virtual showdown of Tesla Model S vs. Audi e-tron GT …
By Miguel Cortina – Words; Wes Allison – Photos; Brandon Lim – Photos
You’ve heard them all—Batman vs. Superman, Real Madrid vs. Barcelona, Apple vs. Microsoft. For as long as humankind has been competitive, rivalries have existed, with some even defining different points in world history and pop culture. In the auto industry, it’s always been about Mustang vs. Camaro, but in the three-row SUV segment, there’s always been one essential matchup: Honda Pilot vs. Toyota Highlander. They were both born as unibody crossovers with an independent rear suspension and demonstrated to the world that SUVs could also have the carlike driving abilities of minivans without the quirky looks, awkward proportions, and sliding doors.
Christian Seabaugh Words; Wes Alison Photos Mar 2, 2020
If you’re in the market for a large, three-row SUV for your family, you’re spoiled for choice. Ignoring luxury options from the likes of Tesla or Volvo, mainstream automakers alone offer up more than a dozen different options to choose from, ranging from the Buick Enclave to the Volkswagen Atlas.
To alleviate your analysis paralysis, we gathered up two of our favorite three-row SUVs, the 2020 Honda Pilot Black Edition AWD and the 2020 Subaru Ascent Touring, to help you decide which is the better buy for you and your family’s needs.
Almost everyone knows the Tesla Model S. It’s their oldest vehicle, and despite being made in 2012, it’s filled with technology. Why, you might ask, are we comparing this to a Porsche?
Porsche has just launched their fully electric executive sedan, the Porsche Taycan. They could have just made an electric Panamera, but you get this instead. Its perfect rival (since not many automakers have entered this segment) is the Model S.
Price
Performance
Comparing the Model S P100D and the Taycan Turbo S: The Tesla battery is 100 kWh and the Taycan’s is 93.4 kWh. Apparently, the Porsche has 163 more horsepower than the Model S (751>588). The Model S does 0-60 in 2.87 seconds, while the Taycan’s acceleration time is 2.66 seconds. Charging ranges are roughly 600km for a Tesla Model S and the Porsche Taycan can go to 450km on a single charge.
Styling
The Model S looks very different from other cars, yet very sleek. The verdict for styling is definitely the Porsche Taycan, due to the fact that it looks somewhat like a 911. The rear is actually one of the best designs in the car industry. However, the door handles are not flush and tucked in like the Tesla.
Interior
Both are standard with a fixed panoramic roof. I think that the Porsche’s interior is more luxurious and practical. There’s not much to say about the interiors, so I think that luxury automakers like Mercedes and BMW should go into this segment to make more competition.
Verdict
The Porsche Taycan wins this comparison, although Tesla is a perfect market disruptor which makes very technologically advanced cars. If you’re looking for something more luxurious and practical, choose the Taycan for only $10K more. It’s also more powerful and faster.
Explore videos from carwow and Doug DeMuro about high-performance electric sedans. (Porsche Taycan Fabulous Score: 90% Tesla Model S Fabulous Score: 85%)
Welcome back to Fabulous Auto Club, and today we’re comparing the Volvo XC90 and Mercedes GLE. They are premium 7-seat SUVs to carry everyone in your family while arriving to a place in style.
Price
The XC90 starts at $59750 CAD ($45058 USD) while the GLE starts at $64000 CAD ($48263 USD). That may not seem like a lot, but once you equip them with all the options, they can go to $80000!
Engines
Both come with a 2.0L inline-4 (a bit under-powered in my opinion). However, you can upgrade to an inline-6 or a V6, depending on which model you get. The GLE is turbocharged with 255 horsepower, while the XC90 is turbocharged and supercharged with 316 horsepower. That’s a really big difference! Acceleration for the XC90 is 6.6 seconds with the T6 trim and the GLE’s 0-60 time is 7.1 seconds on the GLE450.
Exterior
The XC90’s exterior looks very elegant, and its design is much improved compared to the last generation. They’re using Volvo’s new design philosophy for the exterior. I would prefer the R-Design trim; it makes the XC90 look somewhat sportier. The GLE hasn’t really changed since it came out in 1998 as the M-Class. But even with almost the same body structure, Mercedes has made it look modern for it to keep up with its rivals.
Interior
The XC90 and GLE are extremely practical since you can fold down the third row seats for a large cargo area, or carry six to seven people. The interiors are luxurious, as they are available with a panoramic sunroof and extended climate control for the second row and third row seats. The Mercedes comes with leather seats and wood trims as standard, however you have to pay extra for leather in the Volvo.
Verdict
I think that the XC90 wins this comparison due to its price and power. It’s a much more exciting car to drive and you can save more on fuel with the turbocharged and supercharged engine. Volvo is also a very premium brand with long-lasting cars.
For more information, watch the videos from Doug DeMuro about the XC90 and GLE.
